Tenor (musical theatre)
Michael Crawford is a legendary English actor and singer who originated the role of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's *The Phantom of the Opera*, one of the most iconic performances in musical theatre history.
Defining moments and milestones
Michael Crawford emerged as a child performer in British television and theatre before establishing himself as a leading man in musical theatre during the 1970s and 1980s. His career reached its zenith with the creation of the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's *The Phantom of the Opera*, a role that became synonymous with his name and earned him a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical. Since then, he has remained an active and respected figure in musical theatre, returning to signature roles and mentoring the next generation of performers.
Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for *The Phantom of the Opera* (1988)
Oakfield Preparatory School
Recordings featuring Michael Crawford in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.